JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Vue.js Developer to join our team.  You will be responsible for evolving and scaling our existing platforms as well as working on new greenfield projects. Mentoring other developers, practising excellent communication and motivation within the team is essential. There is a lot of scope for responsibility and the individual should be comfortable taking ownership of and managing all aspects of the front-end stack. You will join a team of front-end, back-end and database developers to deliver modern Progressive-Web-Applications, Applications and Websites.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Evolving and scaling our existing platforms with informed technical decisions.
• Conceptualizing and developing new, stimulating user-facing features.
• Creating reusable libraries and efficient code for broader team use in future projects.
• Prioritizing the optimization of applications for optimal speed and scalability.
• Managing Pull Requests in alignment with the team's workflow, ensuring project expectations and deadlines are met.
• Refining internal processes to enhance the performance, reliability, and usability of our platforms.
• Identifying and making improvements to any performance-related issues affecting our web and mobile-based applications.
• Upholding stringent security standards for web and mobile applications, promptly resolving and protecting against vulnerabilities.
• Staying in tune with innovations and advancements in JavaScript and applying them to keep our applications highly competitive and adept.
• Mentoring team members in a supportive environment to further their growth and understanding of JavaScript's core concepts and best practices.
• Fostering an atmosphere for innovation and positivity, inspiring team members to deliver their best work consistently.

Requirements

Essential Skills

• Strong understanding of the following technologies:
• ES6 & JavaScript
• Vue.js
• Web markup, including HTML & CSS
• Asynchronous request handling using the likes of REST or GraphQL
• Front-end build tools, such as Vite, Webpack and CLIs
• Git and its related platforms like Github or Gitlabs
• Package management using npm
• Browser rendering behaviour and performance
• Passion for writing quality, high-performance and maintainable code following best practices

Desirable Skills

• Typescript
• Nuxt.js
• Node.js
• Storybook
• CI/CD, Pipeline management, GitHub Actions
• Docker
• Prototyping/Storyboarding
• Graphics editing with the likes of Figma, Photoshop & Illustrator
• Mobile & Responsive design
• Testing tools like Vitest, Jest, Playwright, Cypress

 KEY DELIVERABLES

• Leverage advanced JavaScript techniques to develop high-quality, efficient code, assess coding opportunities, conduct robust code reviews, streamlining codebase, and prototypes to continuously improve performance and user experience. Accurately estimate the timescales for design, development and testing phases to ensure realistic and effective project scheduling.
• Evaluate the potential impact of each change request, proactively communicating any associated risks to project managers and the leadership team.
• Collaborate proactively with the development team to coordinate the seamless delivery of high-quality application code.

• REQUIRED EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS
• IT professional with 5 years of design and technical background and knowledge
• Proven experience in web design and development
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated and able to work/travel independently
• Proactive, able to work with a high level of responsibility and autonomy, able to work under pressure
• Flexible in terms of working time with a priority on “getting the job done”
• A good team player who can perform and work on a wide variety of tasks simultaneously

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS

Technical Skills

• Advanced JavaScript expertise
• Empowered decision making
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Cultivates teamwork and collaboration
• Effective allocation and management of resources

Personal Effectiveness

• Acts with integrity and professionalism
• Demonstrates adaptability and resilience
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Sensitivity towards cultural diversity
• Takes a proactive lead, handles queries, manages issue resolution
• Commitment to quality, detail-oriented approach, and a strong work ethic

Interpersonal Skills

• Influences others across all levels
• Foster open communication
• Builds and maintains positive relationships
• Delivers persuasive presentations to senior management

Growth & Innovation

• Challenges existing procedures
• Identifies weaknesses and proposes improvements
• Encourages continuous learning and improvement

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.